Sontronics STC-3X Overview
The silver STC-3 Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone with All-in-One Recording Package from Sontronics is a comprehensive mic setup designed to provide musicians, producers, and engineers with quality-recording capabilities without breaking the bank. At the center of the kit is the British-designed STC-3 microphone, featuring a large-diaphragm condenser capsule that's ready to capture a wide range of vocal and instrumental performances. The versatile mic offers three polar pattern choices, cardioid, figure-8, and omnidirectional�allowing you to use it for a variety of applications.
The mic also features a high-pass filter that can be set to Off, 75 Hz, or 150 Hz to reduce unwanted low end, while the -10 and -20 dB pad options can be engaged to record louder sources. A shockmount is provided to isolate the microphone from vibrations and reduce low-frequency hum and handling noise for cleaner, more professional recordings. In addition, the included pop filter reduces breaths and plosives in words with prevalent "P" and "B" sounds for clearer sounding vocals with less distracting noise to worry about in the mix. The supplied XLR cable lets you connect the mic to preamps and recording equipment, and a pouch is provided for storage and travel.
- All-in-one package for professional-quality recordings
- British-designed STC-3 multi-pattern condenser microphone
- Cardioid polar pattern focuses audio capture on vocalist or instrumentalist in front of the mic
- Figure-8 pattern picks up audio from either side of microphone to capture two vocalists at once or get intimate-sounding results on instruments such as solo violin or flute
- Omnidirectional pattern captures sound in a 360° circle around the mic and is well suited for capturing choirs, ensembles, pianos, drums, overheads, and more
- -10 and -20 dB high-pass filter settings can be engaged when recording louder sources
- High-pass filter settings at 75 or 150 Hz can be engaged to reduce vibration noise and low-end rumbles
- Use on a wide range of sources from vocals and guitar to piano, drums, brass, and other acoustic instruments
- Balanced frequency response for rich, defined lows and detailed open top end for accurate reproduction of source material
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
- Handles up to 125 dB SPL
- Includes spider-style shockmount, dual-layer nylon-mesh pop shield, 16.4' XLR cable, and zip-up pouch
- Requires 48V phantom power for operation
In the Box
- Sontronics STC-3 Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone with All-in-One Recording Package (Silver)
- Shockmount
- Pop Filter
- XLR Cable (16.4')
- Pouch
Sontronics STC-3X Specs
Microphone
| Primary Applications |
Studio Recording |
| Form Factor |
Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount |
| Intended Sound Sources |
Vocals, Speech/Voice Over, Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Drums, Percussion, Instrument, Brass, Woodwinds, Flute, Strings |
| Sound Field |
Mono |
| Capsule |
1 x Condenser |
| Polar Pattern |
Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional |
| Pattern Selection |
Switched (Adjustable on Mic) |
| Orientation |
Side Address |
| Circuitry |
Solid-State |
| Pad |
-10 dB
-20 dB |
| High-Pass Filter |
75 Hz
150 Hz |
| Tone Adjustment |
None |
| Gain Adjustment |
None |
| Indicators |
None |
| On-Board Controls |
None |
Performance
| Frequency Range |
20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Maximum SPL |
125 dB SPL |
| Impedance |
200 Ohms |
| Sensitivity |
-36 dB |
| Equivalent Noise Level |
18 dB A-Weighted |
| THD |
0.5% |
Connectivity
| Output Connectors (Analog) |
1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic) |
| Headphone Connector |
None |
| Cable Length |
16.4' / 5 m |
Power
| Operating Voltage |
48 V (Phantom Power) |
Physical
| Color |
Silver |
| Mounting |
Shockmount (Included) |
| Mounting Thread Size |
Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Included Case |
Pouch |
| Included Filters |
Pop Filter |
| Construction Material |
Metal |
| Dimensions |
H: 2.1 x W: 2.1 x L: 7.6" / H: 53 x W: 53 x L: 194 mm |
| Weight |
2.7 lb / 1217 g (with Mount) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
4.965 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
16.3 x 8.7 x 4.7" |
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